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Looking for a non-powered sub
P.S. -- Also see the "Panels and subwoofers don't mix" thread for a lively relevant discussion. 
Looking for a non-powered sub
Hi Steve,Well, I just read up on the Maggie 1.6 and now I fear that my previous advice may be worth exactly what you paid for it. :)I did not realize that the 1.6 is a 2-way planar design with bass extension down to the 40's. In that case, since y... 
Matching the center channel to the fronts
"But now, picking the speakers...that's the hard part."Many would say, that's the FUN part.We're in this hobby because we enjoy it, right? (Right?):) 
Matching the center channel to the fronts
You said you are planning to use your system for 70% music, but does that mean 2 channel music or multichannel music? If you intend to use your system for mostly 2 channel music, then as others have said, I think it would be a big mistake to downg... 
Looking for a non-powered sub
Take a look at the non-powered New Original Subwoofer by VMPS. It was designed to mate with the Quad ESL, and actually could be used as a stand for that speaker. Last I checked, VMPS subs could be purchased either pre-assembled or as a kit.How low... 
Speaker 101 - tweeter and cone materials
Oops, the second link should be http://www.linkwitzlab.com/x-mid_dist.htm 
Speaker 101 - tweeter and cone materials
Brian Cheney at VMPS has an interesting discussion on woofer cone material at http://www.vmpsaudio.com/d-cones.htmHe is obviously very knowledgeable and entertaining, but keep in mind that his point of view is not the only valid point of view. For... 
Any Thoughts on KEF's new IQ line?
Before you buy a KEF iQ speaker, look at the cabinet up close, or find out whether it is real wood veneer or simulated wood veneer. I bought the KEF Q2ds (the dipole surround from the previous Q series), which looked good in the photos, but up clo... 
Heard the $325000 Acapella's Sphaeron excaliburs?
I just heard the $48K/pair High Violin MkIII in Southern California. The other components were Einstein 60 wpc tube monoblocks ($25K/pair), Einstein tube preamp (I forget how much), and Accustic Arts CD transport and DAC ($11K). Each component sat... 
Kef 104.2 midrange replacement
I had to replace something (twice) on a 104.2 but I don't remember if it was a midrange or a tweeter. As mentioned, drivers often appear on Ebay. At one time, KEF supposedly maintained records for each speaker, so that by giving them a serial numb... 
Strange thingie in power cord of used Adcom amp
Thank you Elizabeth! I searched "ferrite filter" and found exactly the object attached to my amp's power cord. Here is the link:http://www.regalusa.com/31.pdf#search='ferrite%20filter'Unsound, you show promise as a sci-fi writer. Do you remember t... 
Monster Cable interconnects too tight
What is "ATF"? Anyway I bought some Pro-Gold along with some DeoxIT, both from Caig. Thanks much for the suggestions. 
HT pre-amp/proccessor advise.
I chose the Sherwood P-965 over the Outlaw 990 for a few reasons:1. The Sherwood has a room EQ feature called "SNAP" that EQ's the entire audible range, including subwoofer response. The Outlaw 990 currently has no room EQ. I may not use that feat... 
Anyone with a high-end home theater sans sub?
As a newcomer to the 'Gon, I would feel honored to get flamed by Flrnlamb, sort of as a rite of initiation. So here goes.I would like to comment on the distinction between "passive" and "active" as I understand those terms in this thread. The cruc... 
Dipole surround speaker to match KEF 104.2?
Don't worry Don, I'm not replacing the 104.2s any time soon. I am simply updating the rest of my system from a vintage 1995 Pro-Logic I setup to a 7.1 setup. I have been content with the Model 100 Center, but based on your comments I will keep an ...